Authorities in Northern Ireland have imposed disease control measures after a suspected case of highly pathogenic avian influenza was reported at a commercial poultry farm near Pomeroy, Co Tyrone.

The Chief Veterinary Officer, Brian Dooher, said the decision was based on clinical signs at the farm and preliminary results from the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute.

Minister of Agriculture Andrew Muir confirmed the suspected case was reported on Saturday 1 November. He said initial results suggested the presence of the disease and the CVO had ordered the humane culling of all poultry on the premises. Temporary Control Zones have also been introduced to prevent further spread.

Mr Muir urged all bird owners to follow biosecurity guidance to protect their flocks.

Mr Dooher added that strict adherence to biosecurity measures was essential and anyone suspecting avian influenza should report it to DAERA immediately.

Members of the public are asked to report dead waterfowl or gulls or five or more dead wild birds in the same location using the DAERA online reporting tool.

Full details of control measures in the Temporary Control Zones are available below.